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♟️ How much does a shogi player make?
Answer: The Japan Shogi Association publishes annual prize money rankings.
Published figures
| Figure | Amount | Reliability | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japan Pro shogi player · #1 earner | $1.42M | Association figure | Japan Shogi Association (via Nikkei) (2025) |
| Japan Pro shogi player · #10 earner | $95,133 | Association figure | Japan Shogi Association (via Nikkei) (2025) |
- Sota Fujii's 2025 winnings, the top of the ranking. Far ahead of 2nd place's 45.77 million yen.
- The 10th-place player's 2025 winnings. Even in the top 10, there's a big gap from 1st place.